Origin
Southern Pines, NC
Night in Southern Pines on Thursday
Local time
11:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southern Pines, NC to Concord, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
79 mi
127 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southern Pines, NC
Alex Borelli
Concord, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Southern Pines, NC to Concord, NC covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Concord Road, NC 211 Highway, Troy Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.5 miles on Concord Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.5 miles from Southern Pines, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 79 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 59m drive with frequent turns across 79 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Concord Road is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Broad Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Southwest Broad Street
Turn right onto Southwest Broad Street
Navigation decision point
5
33.7 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the ramp toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
4
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
NC 73 / West Main Street
Turn left onto NC 73 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
78.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
Spring Street Southwest
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Road | 22.5 mi | 34m |
| NC 211 Highway | 18.3 mi | 27m |
| Troy Bypass | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| Candor-Troy Road | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Albemarle Road | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Morganton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Troy Candor Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| NC 24 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Concord Road
— 22.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southern Pines, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on West Pennsylvania Avenue
38 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn right onto Southwest Broad Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Broad Street
3
Turn right onto West Morganton Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Morganton Road
4
Continue on Morganton Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Morganton Road
5
Turn right onto NC 5
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Beulah Hill Road South
6
Turn left onto NC 211
18 mi
·
27 min
·
NC 211 Highway
7
Continue on Pack House Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Pack House Road
8
Turn slight left onto US 220 ALT
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 220 ALT
9
Turn left onto Candor-Troy Road
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Candor-Troy Road
10
Continue on Troy Candor Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Troy Candor Road
11
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
12
Merge onto NC 24; NC 27
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Troy Bypass
13
Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Albemarle Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
114 ft
·
1 sec
·
Albemarle Road
15
Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Albemarle Road
16
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
17
Turn right onto US 52; NC 73
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52; NC 73
18
Turn left onto NC 73
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Street
19
Turn right onto NC 73
22 mi
·
34 min
·
Concord Road
20
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Corban Avenue Southeast
21
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
22
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.5 miles from Southern Pines, NC, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Southern Pines, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southern Pines, NC
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Southern Pines, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Concord Road for about 22.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Southern Pines, NC · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Southern Pines, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Concord, NC
The final approach into Concord, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.35 one way
$24.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Concord, NC
Night in Concord on Thursday
Local time
11:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Mount Gilead, NC
40 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Southern Pines, NC to Concord, NC covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Concord Road, NC 211 Highway, Troy Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.5 miles from Southern Pines, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Southern Pines, NC to Concord, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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